BlackRock is the world's largest asset manager, offering investment management, risk management, and advisory services to institutional and individual investors worldwide.
Description: Founded in 1988, BlackRock has grown to become the largest asset manager globally, with over $10 trillion in assets under management as of 2023. The company provides a wide range of investment products including mutual funds, ETFs (such as iShares), and alternative investments. BlackRock is known for its risk management platform Aladdin, which is used by many financial institutions. The firm plays a significant role in global financial markets and corporate governance through its stewardship activities.
Established / Launched: 1988
Founder / Issuer: Laurence D. Fink, Robert S. Kapito, Susan Wagner, Barbara Novick, Ben Golub, Hugh Frater, Ralph Schlosstein, Keith Anderson
